Norwalk fatal stabbing investigation continues

NORWALK — Los Angeles County Sheriff's homicide detectives were continuing their investigation into the stabbing death of a man who died Monday, deputies said Thursday.

Deputies from Norwalk Station responded Oct. 12 to the 12500 block of Benfield Avenue, where they found the victim on the ground suffering from multiple stab wounds to the torso.

The victim was transported to a local hospital, but he later succumbed to his injuries at 11 a.m. Monday, deputies said.

The victim's identification is being withheld by the Coroner's Office, pending next of kin notification. The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information about the attack is encouraged to contact the Sheriff's Department's Homicide Bureau at 323-890-5500. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, call Crime Stoppers by dialing 800-222-8477, or texting the letters TIPLA plus your tip to CRIMES (274637), or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org.